If you are considering a move to Memphis, you may be wondering where to look for housing. As with any city, there are several neighborhoods all within the city of Memphis. Finding the perfect neighborhood for you will depend on your needs, preferences, and budget.

If you are looking for a single family home versus an apartment, that will change the neighborhoods you look at. If you need 3 bedrooms versus 1, that may also affect the neighborhoods that will be best for you. Consider also if you want a quiet neighborhood or the busy hustle and bustle of a neighborhood near the heart of the city. There are all things to consider as you research Memphis, and these are some of the best neighborhoods in the city:

East Memphis

East Memphis is located in the eastern part of the city and is known as a quiet neighborhood, great for raising a family. While the housing prices are slightly higher than other areas, there are many options for housing, including single family ranch-style houses. The neighborhood also boasts a Whole Foods and other great retail shopping options.

Cordova

Another quiet neighborhood is Cordova. Considered a suburb of Memphis, Cordover is similar to East Memphis when it comes to housing prices, as well, and offers housing for a mid-range city budget. There are a variety of housing options in Cordova as well from apartment complexes to mid-sized single family homes to much larger homes.

Downtown

If you really want to be in the heart of the city, check out Downtown. The Downtown area is known for being a business district during the day and an entertainment district at night.

If you are looking for amazing options when it comes to entertainment, restaurants, and bars, living in Downtown might be right for you, and luckily, there are plenty of Memphis houses for sale in Downtown and the surrounding neighborhoods to get you close to the action.

Crosstown

If you are on a bit of a budget and enjoy the arts, Crosstown might be the neighborhood for you. This  up-and-coming area with plenty of live music venues and bars will be attractive to artsy types. The renovations of some older buildings are bringing in new residents, but the roots of the area remain untouched.

Cooper-Young

Cooper-Young is a historic neighborhood in Memphis, and probably the best known. It is also the trendiest neighborhood, and while it is mostly residential, there are still many coffee shops, restaurants, and bars to enjoy. The laid back attitude of the neighborhood attracts a diverse set of residents, and the price for housing is reasonable.

If you are moving to Memphis, there are a variety of neighborhoods to consider from busy and bustling Downtown to laid back and trendy Cooper-Young to quiet East Memphis. Consider the needs and preferences for you and your family, as well as your budget, and decide on a neighborhood that best fits those needs and preferences. You will have plenty of good options in Memphis.